--- title: "Back and Spine Care | Treatment and Surgery | Sutter Health" description: "Back pain, sciatica or a herniated disc? Our spine doctors and surgeons treat upper and lower back pain and stenosis across Northern and Central California." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/back-spine" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services) / 3. Back and spine services ![A spine doctor examining a seated patient's back for sciatica treatment.](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/Hero-Images/back-spine-2.jpg?h=2100&iar=0&w=3150) # Back and spine Back pain is one of the most common reasons people see a doctor. Whether it's sciatica, a herniated disc or spinal stenosis, we offer comprehensive treatments, from nonsurgical care to spine surgery. [Find a doctor](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider-results?facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22acceptingNewPatients%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5Btrue%5D%7D%2C%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_providerSpecialties.specialty.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Neurology%22%2C%22Neurosurgery%22%2C%22Spine+Surgery%22%5D%7D%5D&limit=10&staticFilters=%5B%7B%22displayName%22%3A%22Sutter+Health+Provider%22%2C%22selected%22%3Atrue%2C%22filter%22%3A%7B%22kind%22%3A%22fieldValue%22%2C%22fieldId%22%3A%22c_providerIsSutterHealth%22%2C%22matcher%22%3A%22%24eq%22%2C%22value%22%3Atrue%7D%7D%5D&verticalKey=healthcare_professionals) [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ![A spine doctor examining a seated patient's back for sciatica treatment.](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/Hero-Images/back-spine-2.jpg?h=2100&iar=0&w=3150) Why choose Sutter? Your back is a complex structure of sensitive nerves, small joints, discs, tendons, muscles and tissue. Any issue with these components can lead to back pain. In fact, 2 out of 3 adults experience back pain at least once. Given the complexity of the human back, treatment may sometimes need the expertise of specialists in sports medicine, neuroscience or orthopedics. Often, back pain will resolve without surgical intervention. However, some types of back pain require ongoing evaluation and targeted treatment  – and that’s where our spine doctors come in. Our team-based, collaborative approach to care means you can count on personalized treatment, whether your back and spine issues are relatively minor or severe. We provide advanced diagnostic and evaluation services to create the most effective treatment plan for you. Options for care can include nonsurgical therapy, minimally invasive procedures or spine surgery if less invasive treatments haven’t helped ease your back pain. With our doctors’ guidance and care, we’ll work together to manage your back pain and improve your quality of life. ## By the numbers ### 150+ Neurologists provide comprehensive neurology care that guides people from prevention to recovery. ### 1 of 3 Tarlov Cyst Programs in the country designed to alleviate potentially debilitating symptoms from these rare cysts. ### 40+ Spine Surgeons perform routine and complex spinal surgeries at Sutter facilities. ### 5 Pediatric Surgical Locations provide surgical care for kids with spina bifida, scoliosis, kyphosis and more. ## Need a referral? Chat live with our team Monday through Friday, 8:00 am — 5:00 pm, or call us at [888-834-1788](tel:+18888341788). [Request a referral](https://www.sutterhealth.org/referrals) ## Conditions - [Congenital anomalies](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/congenital-defect-repair) - Disk degeneration - Herniated Disc - Sciatica - [Scoliosis](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/scoliosis) - SI Joint Pain - Spinal stenosis - Spondylolisthesis - [Tarlov cyst](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/tarlov-cysts) ## Diagnostics - Biopsy - Blood test - CT scan - Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) - X-ray ## Treatments - [Acupuncture](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/acupuncture-and-traditional-chinese-medicine) - Artificial disc replacement surgery - Chiropractic - [Interventional pain management](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/interventional-pain-management) - [Minimally invasive spine surgery](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/minimally-invasive-back-spine-procedures) - Nerve blocks - [Physical therapy](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/physical-therapy) - Spinal cord stimulation - [Spine surgery](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/back-spine-surgery) ## Related services - [Neuroscience](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/neuroscience) - [Orthopedics](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/orthopedics) - [Pediatric back and spine care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/pediatric-back-spine) - [Physical therapy and rehabilitation](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/physical-therapy-and-rehabilitation) - [Sports medicine](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/sports-medicine) ## Awards and accreditations [View all Awards and accreditations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards?verticalKey=awards&facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_awardServices.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Back+and+spine%22%5D%7D%5D) U.S. News & World Report 2026 Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers (High-Performing Orthopedics & Spine) Becker’s Hospital Review 2026 Great Neuro and Spine Programs U.S. News & World Report 2024-2025 High-Performing in Spinal Fusion Healthgrades 2024 America's 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery Healthgrades 2023 #4 in California for Spine Surgery Healthgrades 2023 America's 100 Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery [View all Awards and accreditations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/about-us/awards?verticalKey=awards&facets=%5B%7B%22i%22%3A%22c_awardServices.name%22%2C%22v%22%3A%5B%22Back+and+spine%22%5D%7D%5D) ![physical-therapist-working-out-shoulder](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/health-topics/pt-rehab/physical-therapist-working-out-shoulder.jpg?h=1920&iar=0&w=2560) ## Physical therapy and rehabilitation From treating sports injuries to chronic conditions like sciatica , our physical therapists can help you improve strength, mobility and coordination. [View physical therapy services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/physical-therapy-and-rehabilitation) ![physical-therapist-working-out-shoulder](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/health-topics/pt-rehab/physical-therapist-working-out-shoulder.jpg?h=1920&iar=0&w=2560) ![researcher-in-lab](https://edge.sitecorecloud.io/sutterhealt962c-sutterhealt8fce-production57cc-4860/media/Project/SutterHealth/SutterHealth/Images/health-professionals/researcher-in-lab.jpg?h=4999&iar=0&w=7708) ## Musculoskeletal conditions research Musculoskeletal conditions cause pain or injuries in the joints, ligaments, muscles, nerves and tendons that support the arms, legs, neck and back. Research aims to improve treatment and prevent these issues, especially in the workplace. [View clinical trials](https://www.sutterhealth.org/research-search-results?query=%22Musculoskeletal+Disorders%22) ## Classes & events [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Back+and+spine+health%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) - Class ### [Integrative Approach to Back Pain](https://ewp.seatrobot.com/66f32bee33ea82483f1ddb0b/6a921393a2df098eb8ae55e4/) Wednesday, November 18, 2026 Integrative chiropractor Scott Larsen shares his approach to back pain, exploring movement, posture, and inflammation to help patients understand and find relief. [View all classes & events](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/find-event-results?limit=10&query=%22%5C%22Back+and+spine+health%5C%22%22&verticalKey=events) ## Sutter spotlight Health & wellness ### [Treating Back Pain at Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/treating-back-pain-at-home) Try our advice for self-care and learn when to call your doctor. Health & wellness ### [Back Pain Causes at Any Age](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/understanding-your-back-pain) Your age may give clues to the cause for your back pain. Learn the most common reasons. Health & wellness ### [Is This Serious? Decoding Back Pain](https://www.sutterhealth.org/health/is-this-serious-decoding-back-pain) Some back pain needs pampering at home while other forms may need evaluation by your doctor. Learn how to know the difference. ## Patient stories [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) - [Patient story ### Alex Bobowski’s Comeback Run ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/alex-bobowskis-comeback-run-2028978020) - [Patient story ### Finding Strength After a Spinal Injury ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/finding-strength-after-a-spinal-injury-1042868366) - [Patient story ### Neurologic Surgery for Tarlov Cyst Restores Golfer’s ‘A’ Game ](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories/neurologic-surgery-for-tarlov-cyst-restores-golfers-a-game-2023563908) [View all stories](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-stories) ## Move with less pain Spine pain shouldn't slow you down. From diagnosis to recovery, our spine doctors and surgeons across Northern and Central California treat the full range of spine conditions. 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